Altay's Winter Legend! 3 Secret Destinations to Explore, Stunning Beyond Words
by Global customized Travel
Oct 24, 2025
Winter in Altay is like a real-life ice and snow world in China! The blue ice of Kanas reflects the snowy mountains, the smoke from cooking fires curls around the wooden houses in Baihaba, the starry sky of Hemu fills the night, and cozy snow-view cabins offer a warm experience—every step is heart-stirring~
🏔️【Kanas】The "Oriental Switzerland" Sculpted by Ice and Snow  
Core Highlights: Blue Ice Wonder + Snow Country Panorama + Ink Painting Three Bays  
✨Kanas Scenic Lake  
·Feature: Snow on both banks is several meters thick, forming continuous snow slopes and snow mushrooms, creating a dynamic and tranquil winter scene with the clear flowing water  
·Activity: Shoot atmospheric photos of "white snow reflecting the blue water" along the snow-covered shore  
✨Fish Viewing Platform  
·Feature: 360° unobstructed views from the top, capturing Kanas Lake, snowy mountains, and valley forests all in one frame  
✨Kanas Three Bays  
·Feature: The mist of Fairy Bay, the curve of Moon Bay, the stillness of Wolong Bay, with frozen river channels like silver ribbons  
·Activity: Ride snowmobiles or hike slowly through the area  
🏡【Baihaba】The "Snow Mushroom Village" on the Borderline  
Core Highlights: Border Sunrise + Cultural Warmth + Tranquil Village  
✨Baihaba Viewing Platform  
·Feature: Sunrise moment at the "Northwest's First Village," with smoke and morning mist entwined, and the border marker visible in the distance  
·Activity: Stand on the right side of the viewing platform to capture "sunrise + village + snowy mountains" in one shot  
✨Zhang Fengxia’s Small Shop  
·Feature: Auntie's handmade hot milk tea, warming to the heart  
🍂【Hemu】Winter Carnival in the "God’s Reserved Land"  
Core Highlights: Wooden House Fairy Tale + Star Gazing + Alpine Skiing  
✨Hemu Scenic Area  
·Feature: Tuva wooden houses shaped by snow into "snow mushrooms," horseback riding through the forest  
·Activity: Photograph wooden houses covered in snow during the day, wait for sunset by the village bridge in the evening  
✨Beautiful Peak  
·Feature: 5 km hiking trail through pristine coniferous forest and snowy meadows, summit offers panoramic views of Hemu  
✨Jikepulin Yunxiao Peak  
·Feature: Ski resort over 2000 meters altitude, high-quality powder snow perfect for skiing, 360° views of the entire Hemu area  
·Activity: Skiers choose intermediate trails, take photos at the peak of "snowy mountains + cable cars" for stunning shots  
🏠【Altay Cabins】A "Warm Haven" in Winter  
·Core Highlights: Folk Customs + Immersive Snow Scenery + Heartwarming Experience  
·Feature: Altay cabins are mostly traditional Tuva architecture, with roofs and eaves thickly covered in snow during winter  
🎁3 Assurances for Peace of Mind  
·Ten years of local Xinjiang resources, directly connected to high-quality local suppliers  
·No shopping stops or hidden fees throughout the trip, all attractions are must-visit highlights  
·Authentic reviews visible, with customer travel feedback and real photos fully disclosed  
✅Itinerary:  
D1 From all over the country — Kanas  
D2 Jiadenyu — Kanas  
Kanas Scenic Lake + Fish Viewing Platform  
D3 Kanas — Baihaba  
Baihaba Viewing Platform + Zhang Fengxia’s Small Shop  
D4 Baihaba — Hemu  
Kanas Three Bays + Hemu Scenic Area  
D5 Hemu — Kanas  
Hemu Scenic Area + Beautiful Peak + Jikepulin Yunxiao Peak
Post by Global customized Travel | Oct 24, 2025












